Sales Manager - Southampton Hedge End (N117464)
Job ID: N117464
Team: Retail
Location: Southampton
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Schedule: Full time
Salary: from £26,772
Posting Date: 21/05/2026
Application Deadline: 11/06/2026
Shifts: 38.75hrs per week; Mon 08:45 - 17:15; Tue 13:45 - 22:00; Wed 13:45 - 22:00; Fri 11:45 - 20:00; Sat 09:00 - 17:15
About the Role
* Support the Store management team across all product areas, back of house and run the store when needed.
* Manage a team to deliver exceptional service and accurate stock processes in a commercial, operationally efficient and safe environment, meeting targets.
* Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring the team to be at their best is at the core of everything.
* Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all commercial and operational activities by working alongside the team.
* Ensure communication is up‑to‑date and accurate at all times to meet business needs.
About You
* You are passionate about customers, people and products, inspiring and motivating others in a great working atmosphere.
* Possess exceptional commercial understanding and the know‑how to create a fantastic shopping experience.
* You thrive in a results‑driven, fast‑paced, challenging environment and adapt quickly to change.
* You are an effective communicator, approachable under pressure, and realistic with expectations.
* You can solve problems, make sound business decisions, confidently challenge processes, and generate innovative ideas to move the business forward.
* Confident at dealing with people issues.
* Can multi‑task, plan, organise and prioritise your workload effectively.
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.
This role is not one we would typically consider for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to relevant Home Office requirements on skill level not being met. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right‑to‑work options without Next sponsorship.
Benefits
* Fantastic rewards for achieving great results.
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT).
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
* Sharesave Scheme.
* 60% off a generous (optional) working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes to wear for work (minimum 6‑week contract).
* Early VIP access to sale stock.
* Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform.
* Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops.
* Access to a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services.
* Life assurance.
* Discounted health plan for you and your family.
* Financial Wellbeing – Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing.
* Apprenticeship – Earn, learn and gain a qualification (England stores only).
* Direct to Work – Discount online and in‑store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store.
* Support Networks – Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other.
* Wellhub – Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more.
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